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Check out Alex’s amazing Lego Terracotta Army for his presentation on China.

We were visited by civil engineers who taught us about flood risk. We tested grass, forest, tarmac and soil to find out which would be the best at retaining water and preventing flood. To the different types of land we added 1L of water to our land to see what would happen. We noticed that the forrest / grass land absorbs the most water. Forest – 16ml, grass – 17ml, soil – 20ml, Tarmac – 30ml

We used the outdoor environment to find symmetrical shapes and then created symmetrical images of our own. Robyn, Ellie and April were very creative by creating a snow scene using twigs, pebbles, tinsel and a cone.

We began learning some Mandarin last week – the numbers 1-10. We listened to a catchy song then tried to match the numbers to the Ping Ying and then the character. It was a challenge but we managed it!

Primary 5 used their detective skills to review primary and secondary evidence to decide if Guy Fawkes was guilty of attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament.

We have been learning about fractions this week. We applied our knowledge of fractions in the outdoor learning classroom using outdoor materials. Zara, Alisha and Valentina used chalk to draw out shapes identify the fraction they had shaded. Whilst others used twigs and grass to shade a fraction of a shape.

We went along with 5b to St Ninian’s to work with the Sports Leaders. We learned some tennis skills and had great fun working with the 6th year pupils.

Our class topic was China and we were set the task of researching a topic area which we could present. Take a look at Jessica’s billboard, Emily’s temple and some of our PowerPoint presentations.

Primary 5c have been working hard as always!

We have been learning about chemical reactions in Science using baking soda and vinegar to make our pumpkins throw up after eating too many sweets!

In maths we have been learning about numbers to 10 000 and fractions. Learning to calculate improper fractions from mixed numbers has been tricky but we are getting there!

Our class was a credit to the school when we attended Mass at St Vincent’s for All Saint’s Day and First Friday Mass.

Primary 5b have been busy exploring the playground during Autumn to see what we could find. We collected natural materials such as leaves, sticks, berries and bark to create some amazing art work! Mrs Thomson is really proud of us. 

It was tricky at first to stick all of the materials down on paper but the end result was fantastic. We created hedgehogs, owls, trees, birds, crazy leaf hairstyles and much more! Once we were finished we hung up all of our completed pieces on the washing line in our classroom.

Well done to Valentina who came second in a figure skating competition.

To link in with our Social Studies topic of China, during Outdoor Learning we used logs, sticks, and back to build our own Great Wall of China.

We also used air dry clay to create tea pots and tea cups after learning about the Tea Ceremony and the origins of tea in China.

In Science we have been learning about reversible and irreversible changes. We carried out an experiment to create a chemical reaction which resulted in an irreversible change. We mixed milk with vinegar which caused the milk to curdled. We left the mixture for a few days and it turned the milk solid.

Lastly, Charlotte and Aaron have been working hard in Maths using the Dienes materials to create numbers with tens and units.

As always 5c have been challenging themselves to achieve their potential. This week we have been coders, chefs and footballers to name but a few!

As it is National Coding Week we practiced drawing and creating algorithms. We created pathways on the playground using chalk and then noted the algorithm. We took it in turns to be blindfolded and follow the instruction of the coder to complete the course. Amaan, Michael and Cahlan proudly display their algorithm.

During P.E. lessons we demonstrated our ball control skills. We did this through moving efficiently within personal and shared space whilst alternating the speed the moved.  We then took part in a game of Diamond Football which allowed us to showcase the skills learned during the training session.

Lastly this week we donned our chef caps to make the Italian food called Bruschetta. As we have been learning about healthy foods and their benefits, we thought we’d give making some a go! We had already written a recipe for Bruschetta during a writing lesson so we decided to make some as well! We took care when chopping the tomatoes and grilling the Bruschetta with Miss Collins. Aaron commented on how tasty it was! Wonder what will be on the menu next time?

Primary 5b have been enjoying exploring multiplication games and using their quick fire skills to complete set tasks. The children played a variety of games which challenged their thinking skills and mental agility – what a busy day!

This week in Literacy we created questions about a text, we responded to different types of questions giving evidence and we drew what we visualised when reading a text.

Jessica use her digital technology skills to research create a PowerPoint on our topic China, which she shared with the class.

As it it Maths Week, we had a visit from Mrs Capaldi, the owner of the Orchard Park Hotel. She gave us lots of insightful information about what it takes to run your own business. 5c had many budding entrepreneurs with some interesting ideas! Thank you Mrs Capaldi for taking the time to come speak to us.

Ali was awarded a certificate and medal for participating in the Summer Reading Challenge. Excellent effort Ali! Keep reading!

Lastly we have been using digital technology to develop our knowledge of  co-ordinates. We have been able to give directions, plot and record co-ordinates. We used ProBots and BeeBots to navigate our way through. We had great fun!